Halibut with Sweet Garlic Tomato Sauce

Tomato Sauce

• 1 red onion, diced
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 4 cloves garlic, pressed
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup

Halibut

• 350 grams halibut (skin off)
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• ½ cup chopped basil
• Sea salt and pepper
• 4 full basil leaves for garnish

Tomato Sauce

1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small sauté pan over medium heat.
2. Add the diced red onion and sauté until softened.
3. Stir in the pressed garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes.
4. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the diced tomatoes.
5. Cook for 7–8 minutes until the tomatoes break down.
6. Stir in the maple syrup and mix well.

Halibut

1. Cut the halibut into 2×1-inch pieces.
2. In a new pan over low heat, add olive oil, a pinch of salt and pepper, and the maple syrup. Heat for about 1 minute.
3. Add the chopped basil and sauté for 2 minutes.
4. Place the halibut in the pan and turn with tongs to coat all sides with the basil mixture.
5. Increase heat to medium, sprinkle with additional salt and pepper, and cook for about 6 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
6. Spoon half of the tomato sauce onto a plate and place the halibut on top. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.